JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK LABEL MODERN 40% - 2ND TRY - I compared these with the 1970s JW, Much more complexity than the 1970 bottling, and probably a result of change in people's preference. This is a lot more wholesome, sweeter, plural, raisins, floral, slight spiciness 2.5 Compared to the nosing, the flavor is lacking, very plain nutty, rancit woodiness, dry malt 0.5 Oaky 1 2.25 Peppery, Sharp, sherry 2.5 Cinnamon 2.75 Sweet smooth 2.5 2.5